All about the history and heritage of Strathfield
The 1913 Sydney Mail edition highlighted The Boulevarde Strathfield’s tree-lined streets, likely amongst the first in the area. The local council received a significant grant in 1889 for tree planting, creating distinctive double-planted streets. By 1890, about 5,000 pounds were spent to plant eight kilometers of streets, contributing to Strathfield’s renowned tree-lined avenues.
In 1972, David Widdup became Australia’s first openly gay candidate for public office, challenging sitting Prime Minister William (Billy) McMahon in the seat of Lowe. Despite receiving 218 votes, Widdup’s campaign raised awareness for LGBTQ+ rights. His slogan, ‘I’ve got my eyes on Billy’s seat!’, garnered significant media attention.
